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    Inspiron 1520 display and sound problems

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Mets, Aug 2, 2007.

  1. Mets

    Mets Notebook Consultant

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    I'm thinking of buying the Inspiron 1520 (WSXGA+ display), but it seems like the majority of the reviews on this board mention that the display is grainy and that the computer makes a high-pitched whining noise when idle. I was just wondering how many people have these problems and if it's still a good idea to go with this computer. If not, I'd probably go with the Sager NP2090. Thanks for your help!
     
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  2. theTORCH

    theTORCH Notebook Evangelist

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    Both the Sager NP2090 and the 1520 are excellent laptops.

    After the first shipment of the inspirons the grainy screen issues seems to have decreased somewhat. A decent number of people still hear the headphone interference but this can be avoided with a set of bluetooth or USB headphones.

    My 1520 has no problems (although i don't have the WSXGA+ screen). I recommend it highly as a powerful budget laptop.
     
    theTORCH, Aug 3, 2007
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